Inpatient RN I - Night Shift Care and Coordination

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Missouri; On-site; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS is seeking an RN I for inpatient care. You will assess, develop, implement and evaluate nursing care for patients in an assigned unit and coordinate admissions, records and scheduling.

You may counsel patients and families and act as liaison with case managers and home health services. The position requires a valid RN license and the ability to work night shifts in a busy clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license required.
• Knowledge of clinical nursing care procedures and protocols.
• Verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating treatments and interventions.
• Educates patients and families on condition, treatment plans and medication schedules.
• Ensures patient safety and coordinates referrals to other services.
• Maintains accurate patient records and documents care activities.
• Functions as a preceptor per UMMC guidelines.
• Reports issues to supervisor and participates in committees to improve care.

Skills

Nursing Care

Patient Assessment

Care Planning

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

RN License

Tools

EMR/EHR

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS is seeking an RN I for inpatient care. You will assess, develop, implement and evaluate nursing care for patients in an assigned unit and coordinate admissions, records and scheduling.

You may counsel patients and families and act as liaison with case managers and home health services. The position requires a valid RN license and the ability to work night shifts in a busy clinical environment.